This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, simplified acquisition procedures and the resultant Purchase Order will include all applicable provisions and clauses in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 05-67.

This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and a written solicitation will not be issued. This synopsis/solicitation is to notify contractors that the Government intends to issue a Purchase Order in accordance with FAR Part 13.106 for the specifications as stated in the attached Solicitation document, under the simplified acquisition procedures. This is a HUBZone Small Business set-aside. Prospective offerors are responsible for downloading the solicitation and any amendments.It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) website for the release of any amendments to this solicitation. The Government reserves the right to award a contract without discussions if the Contracting Officer determines that the initial offer(s) is/are providing the Best Value and discussions are not necessary.

This solicitation is issued as a Request for Proposal.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Cargo Systems Program Office (CSPO) has a requirement to obtain a contract for Operational Testing and Evaluation Support for cargo systems applications, as they are developed iteratively using agile development practices.

Required services and details are provided in Attachment A - Statement of Work.

CBP intends to enter into a Time and Material (T&M) single award Purchase order.